University Pk Campus School

University Park Campus School (UPCS) is a unique, nationally recognized public secondary school located in Worcester, Massachusetts, operated through a distinctive partnership between the Worcester Public Schools and Clark University. Serving students in grades 7 through 12, the school is founded on the principles of high academic expectations, strong student-teacher relationships, and a college-going culture. By integrating university resources and faculty support into the daily curriculum, UPCS aims to provide an intensive, rigorous academic experience that prepares students from diverse backgrounds for success in higher education and beyond.

A defining feature of the school is its commitment to urban education reform and community engagement. UPCS utilizes a personalized learning approach where students are known well by their educators, fostering a supportive environment that encourages both intellectual growth and civic responsibility. Because of its location adjacent to Clark University, students benefit from dual-enrollment opportunities and a shared vision that bridges the gap between secondary education and university life. The school has consistently garnered acclaim for its success in closing the achievement gap, proving that an urban public school can maintain high academic standards while providing equitable opportunities for all its students.